Patty with 4 of her 10 grandchildren
2. Very brief highlights in support of commutation for Patty Prewitt
We firmly believe that Patty Prewitt is innocent of the crime for which she was convicted (the murder of her husband, Bill). But without regard to guilt or innocence, a few of the reasons that Patty Prewitt deserves and has earned commutation of her sentence to the 26 years served are listed below.
- Patty was offered a plea bargain (documented with affidavits) that would have resulted in her release in 6 – 7 years, pending good behavior. This means that the State deemed its interest in deterrence and retribution would have been satisfied in 6-7 years and that the prosecution was willing for her to return to society after that time. She has now served 23 years.
- There is little to no likelihood that Patty would re-offend. She has a supportive family and superior job skills and letters of support from her work supervisor and prison chaplain.
- According to parole guidelines (14 CSR 80-2.010 (4)(H)(2005)), the board considers the deterrent and retributive portion of the sentence to have been served when an inmate has completed fifteen years of the maximum sentence.
- There is no advantage to society in keeping her incarcerated. Among other things, the cost of incarceration is substantial. Released, she would be a tax-paying contributor rather than a drain on the state.
Much more information is available on request. Send email to commutepatty@gmail.com.
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